Lent invites us into reflection. Into surrender. Into costly devotion.This Sunday at GP Church, Pastor JohnEric Zayas asked a question that lingers long after the message ends:What will your house be made of?In John 12:1–11, we see a house filled with tension, worship, criticism, and resurrection power all at once. Mary breaks open an alabaster jar — something precious, expensive, deeply personal....  Read More

We have concluded our six-week series, I Am A Child of God, with a powerful reminder from Proverbs 24:16:“Though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again…”Pastor John Zayas reminded us that endurance is the evidence of spiritual maturity. Being a child of God does not exempt us from hardship. It equips us to overcome it. Falling is inevitable. Staying down is optional.The righteous fall — b...  Read More

Romans 11:17, Micah 4:4 | Pastor John ZayasIn our faith journey, growth may be inevitable, but maturity is intentional. God doesn’t just call us to be connected to Him—He calls us to thrive, bear fruit, and flourish in His family. Romans 11:17 and Micah 4:4 beautifully illustrate this spiritual principle.Grafted Into God’s FamilyRomans 11:17 says: “But if some of the branches were broken off, and ...  Read More

Philippians 1:3-11 | Pastor John ZayasSpiritual growth is inevitable, but maturity is not. In the Kingdom of God, however, maturity is mandatory. In Part 3 of the I Am a Child of God series, Pastor JohnEric Zayas challenges the church to move beyond spiritual infancy and embrace maturity in the faith family. Drawing from Philippians 1:3–11, he reminds us that growth without maturity can leave the ...  Read More

John 10:11–16; Galatians 3:23–29 | Pastor John ZayasDo you ever wonder what it truly means to belong, to be loved, and to have a secure identity in God? The Bible reminds us that our worth and purpose are not based on performance, accomplishments, or approval—but on being God’s children through faith in Christ.In this message, Pastor John Zayas dives into two powerful passages: John 10:11–16, wher...  Read More

Do you ever struggle with feelings of not belonging, fear, or uncertainty about your purpose? The Bible reminds us that our true identity is not based on performance, achievement, or approval—it is found in God. In Romans 8:12–17, Paul shows us what it means to live as a child of God. 1. Teknon — You BelongThe first step in understanding your identity is realizing you belong to God. Teknon, the Gr...  Read More

As we've stepped into 2026, we embark on a season of expectation, reflection, and preparation—a time to consider not only the gift of this new year, but also how God calls us to step into this new year. This past Sunday, we casted vision on what it means to live this year with the focus of greater works. Jesus teaches in John 12 that fruitfulness comes not from our own effort, but from surrender. ...  Read More

As we step into 2026, many of us are reflecting on what this new year could hold. It’s a time for fresh starts, new goals, and bold steps. But as followers of Christ, reaching new levels isn’t about doing more or achieving more—it’s about going deeper with Him, trusting Him fully, and letting our faith shape every decision we make. Philippians 3:1–12 reminds us of this truth. Paul speaks of counti...  Read More

Luke 1-2Advent invites us to slow down and behold the depth of God’s love—a love not spoken from a distance, but demonstrated through presence. This week, we reflected on Advent Love through the words of Mary in Luke 1 and the birth of Jesus in Luke 2. Mary’s song, known as the Magnificat, is a response of awe and surrender to a God who sees, chooses, and lifts the lowly. Before a child is born, l...  Read More

Isaiah 12:1-6Advent is a season that reminds us to pause, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. This week, we focused on joy, a deep, lasting joy that comes not from our circumstances, but from the salvation God provides. Isaiah’s song in chapter 12 invites us to remember that joy flows from what God has already done—His faithfulness, His deliverance, and His steadfast presence...  Read More

Advent invites us into a rhythm of slowing down, lifting our eyes, and remembering that God steps into history—and into our lives—with purpose. As we enter the second week of Advent, we turn our attention to a theme our world longs for more than ever: Peace.Isaiah 40:1–5 opens with a surprising and tender command: “Comfort, comfort my people.” These are not the words of a distant ruler but of a lo...  Read More

As we step into the Advent season, our hearts turn toward one of the most powerful themes in the Christian faith: HOPE. Not the shallow hope our culture offers—“I hope things get better,” “I hope it works out”—but the deep, unshakeable hope that comes from God Himself. This past Sunday, our church opened Advent with Isaiah 9:1–7, a timeless prophecy reminding us that even in the darkest seasons, G...  Read More